# Asymmetrically Cut Outerwear The Oliver Spencer Fall/Winter 2012 has Hints of 70s Style By Trenton Millar | Published 2012-08-20 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/oliver-spencer-fallwinter-2012 References: [selectism](http://www.selectism.com/2012/08/20/oliver-spencer-fall-winter-2012-lookbook/) & [oliverspencer](http://oliverspencer.co.uk/) The Oliver Spencer Fall/Winter 2012 collection offers a variety of outerwear, knitwear, suits and casual fashion. The collection brings 1970s-inspired pieces to the modern world using impeccable tailoring and fabrics. The [outerwear pieces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fall-and-winter-line) use asymmetrical cuts to stand out from the crowd while still being neutral enough to be worn on a day-to-day basis. Oliver Spencer also uses [contrasting fabrics on the bomber jacket](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/studio-nicholson-fw25) in olive and gray wool to give a sophisticated military feel. The knitwear pieces in the collection follow the same 1970s color palette and look comfortable to wear with detailing that adds just the right amount of pizzazz. Oliver Spencer is known for its wearable street wear with attention to [classic tailoring](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/galilee-by-sea) and the Oliver Spencer Fall/Winter 2012 collection delivers on this promise. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.5/10 - Popularity: 50% | Activity: 18% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 90% men, 10% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) > [Fashion for Men](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashionformen) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Asymmetrical Outerwear:** Incorporating asymmetrical cuts and contrasting fabrics in outerwear design for a unique look. - **70s-inspired Fashion:** Bringing back the style of the 1970s with modern tailoring and fabrics. - **Knitwear Detailing:** Using knitwear to add a touch of intricate detail and texture to fashion design. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Fashion Industry:** Implementing asymmetrical cuts, 70s-inspired designs, and unique knitwear detailing in clothing lines. - **Textile Industry:** Producing fabrics with contrasting textures to add sophistication to outerwear design. - **Retail Industry:** Providing customers with a new and trendy fashion line that incorporates asymmetrical cuts, 70s-inspired designs, and intricate knitwear detailing. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Minimally Elegant Fall-Ready Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/studio-nicholson-1.md) - [Seasonal Fashion Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/siegelman-stable-1.md) - [Experimental Fall Wardrobe](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/khaotique-noir.md) - [Parisian Sophisticated Fall Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nn07.md) - [Middle Eastern-Inspired Fall Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/act-ii-collection.md) - [Refined Vintage Militaristic Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/studio-nicholson-fw25.md) - [Outerwear-Centric Fall Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bene-culture-3.md) - [Timeless Sophisticated Fashion Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fallwinter-2025.md) - [Timeless Winter Outwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fall-and-winter-line.md)